Wisconsin volleyball faces Kentucky in season opener at Fiserv Forum
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Wisconsin Badgers' volleyball team opens the 2026 season against the Kentucky Wildcats on Friday, August 21, at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. Wisconsin is ranked No. 6 in the AVCA preseason poll, while Kentucky holds the No. 3 spot. This matchup is a rematch of last year's NCAA national semifinal, where Kentucky defeated Wisconsin in five sets. The match is set to begin at 9:00 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on ESPN and ESPN+. It will also be available for livestream on ESPN+.
- •Wisconsin ranked No. 6 and Kentucky No. 3 in preseason poll.
- •Match is part of the AVCA First Serve event.
- •Match starts at 9:00 p.m. ET on August 21.
- •Last year's semifinal saw Kentucky defeat Wisconsin in five sets.
- •Game available on ESPN and ESPN+.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Where to watch Wisconsin volleyball vs. Kentucky: Time, TV channel
"The Wisconsin Badgers' volleyball team is set to open the 2026 season with one of the biggest possible tests.
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